Santa helps the RSPCA

Santa during his visit to Fleckney and Kibworth 25 years ago this week where he helped collect more than �510 for the RSPCA. The picture was first published in the Mail on December 21, 1989. NNL-141212-163154001

Published:11:56Sunday 21 December 2014

Father Christmas and his sleigh made a visit to Fleckney and Kibworth 25 years ago this week – and collected more than £510 for charity.

Santa gave balloons and gifts to children while families gave pet treats for the RSPCA in return. Fleckney’s St John Ambulance division spread the festive goodwill by donating the float. More than 200 tins of pet food were donated. The picture was first used in the Mail on December 21, 1989.